• Asian citrus psyllid

  large numbers of eggs may be found on a single spot. Nymphs are green or dull orange. First instar nymphs are docile and move only when disturbed or over-crowded [...] feed. Adults feed on young stems and on leaves of all developmental stages. Nymphs feed on young leaves and stems, continuously secreting copious amounts of [...] the fatal citrus disease called citrus greening or huanglongbing (HLB). Nymphs and adults of the psyllid take the bacteria into their bodies by feeding

• Citrus mealybug

  the female shrivels up and dies. The first instar nymph develops from the egg. These first instar nymphs are known as ‘crawlers’. They are highly active [...] male nymph attaches itself to the plant, whereas the females remain mobile throughout their entire development. After the second instar, a male nymph forms [...] transmit harmful viruses. Mealybugs inflict damage on the crop in various ways: Nymphs and females extract the sap from the plant, stunting growth and causing

• Vine mealybug

  . Damage symptoms Mealybugs inflict damage on the crop in various ways: Nymphs and females extract the sap from the plant, stunting growth and causing [...] ficus ) develops through 7 stages: egg, first, second and third instar nymph, prepupa, pupa and adult. The eggs are golden-yellow in color and are deposited [...] deposited in an cottony egg sac (ovisac) containing from 300-500 eggs. The nymphs are very similar to the adult female, even if they are smaller. The prepupa

• Potato aphid

  s are colonized, including tomato, aubergine and roses. Damage symptoms Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth [...] colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction [...] y characteristic of the potato aphid and is particularly visible in the nymphs. Immatures have a light dusting of whitish-grey wax. The aphids instantly

• Green peach aphid

  least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared by many growers. Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth [...] colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction [...] spot on the abdomen and several transverse black bands across the body. Nymphs that develop into winged adults are often pink or red in colour.

• Hemp russet mite

  larva (1st stage) and nymph (2nd stage). The eggs are approximately 0.05 mm in diameter and adults are around 0.2 mm long. Nymphs and adults look very similar

• Spider mites and other mites

  undergo molting to transition to the next stage. Nymph: After the first molt, the mite larvae become nymphs. Nymphs have four pairs of legs, except for Eriophyidae [...] provide the foundation of control by feeding on spider mite eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults. Predatory bugs and gall midges complement this activity by seeking [...] mites The life cycle of mites typically consists of four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. The duration of their life cycle can vary depending on factors

• Thripor-I

  species of thrips . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Adults and nymphs pierce thrips larvae and adults with their sucking mouthparts and suck out [...] contents of its prey leaving only the empty skin. Pack size 2,000 adults and nymphs. Presentation 100 ml bottle. Carrier Vermiculite. Application Shake bottle

• Orius insidiosus

  Orius insidiosus nymphs are the primary predatory stage. They resemble smaller versions of the adults but lack fully developed wings. Nymphs are yellow initially [...] various agricultural and horticultural crops worldwide. Both adults and nymphs are voracious predators, capable of piercing and feeding on the soft bodies

• Neoseiulus californicus

  urticae) whereas the larvae feed mainly on eggs, and the nymphs on eggs, larvae and nymphs. Just as Phytoseiulus persimilis , Neoseiulus californicus [...] Neoseiulus californicus shows a preference for immature stages (eggs, larvae and nymphs) as opposed to adults. However, adult females feed on all stages of Two-spotted [...] unlike the larvae of Phytoseiulus persimilis , feed on spider mite eggs. The nymphs and adults are a transparent white colour. In many cases the colour of the